Helping You Learn More About Birdwatching
Blue jays are an iconic part of North American nature, and the sight of a beautiful blue jay with a long tail is sure to draw admiration from birdwatchers and nature lovers. This article will explore the world of Blue Jays with long tails. From habitat to diet and behaviors, […]
There are few things in life more beautiful than the sight of a Blue Jay in person. They’re like little jewels that take your breath away whenever you see them. Numerous amazing fun facts about Blue Jays make them one of the most exciting birds worldwide. Check out the following […]
Blue Jay symbolism is an interesting subject and one that many people are keen to learn more about. So, you might be wondering, what does it mean when you see a blue jay? To understand the common symbolism of a blue jay, it’s important to focus on each of the […]
If you’re a bird watcher or have feeders in your yard, it’s not difficult to distinguish bluebirds from blue jays when you know what to look for. Apart from both species sharing the color blue, there are some marked differences between the two that are not hard to spot. Bluebirds […]
If you have blue jays visiting your yard, you may have heard them mimicking the sounds that hawks make. In fact, blue jays have a wide repertoire of vocal sounds and are also excellent mimickers. But, why do blue jays mimic hawks? Of course, we can’t know for sure why […]
Blue jays are corvids, part of the passerine order. Characteristics of the corvidae family includes strong bills, little difference between the sexes and very high intelligence for birds. There are over 120 species of corvids and the US is home to a big chunk of them. Since most of these […]
Blue jays have a reputation for being aggressive but this just a manifestation of their territorial behavior. Blue jays are not inherently mean but they are fierce protectors of their nests and food sources. Blue jays are one of those bird species that we have unfair preconceptions about. We heard […]
Late spring is peak breeding season for blue jays and the best time to attract them to your yard. Place a blue jay bird feeder now and enjoy these beautifully blue birds in your backyard all summer. Blue jays around bird feeders is a hot topic because they are not […]
Blue jays are noisy birds that add a little entertainment to your backyard feeders. They’re fun to watch and handy to have around. But, what do blue jays eat? A blue jay’s diet consists mainly of nuts, seeds, acorns, small fruits, berries, suet and insects. As you can see, these […]
Did you know that blue jays are very vocal birds? You probably do if you have them visiting your garden. Blue jays actually have a wide vocal range and can even imitate other birds. So, what does a blue jay sound like? According to author, Donald Kroodsma, blue jay calls […]